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Mumbai Reservoir Stocks Climb to 37% on Early Monsoon Rains

Reservoir levels are now seven times higher than last year’s lows, marking the highest June stock in over two decades.

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Overview

  • Mumbai’s seven reservoirs now hold 5.37 lakh million litres of water, equal to 37.16% of their combined capacity.
  • This year’s lake stocks represent a seven-fold rise from the 5.29% level recorded on the same date in 2024.
  • Catchment areas have received over 722 mm of rainfall so far this season, more than double last year’s 347 mm.
  • On June 19 the BMC canceled its plan to draw water from state reserves after consecutive rains boosted lake levels.
  • The India Meteorological Department has issued yellow alerts for heavy rain and forecasts further monsoon showers, prompting ongoing monitoring.